Understanding Australia's Democratic System

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Course Outline

  1. Australian Democratic System
  2. Law-Making Process
  3. Australian Parliament Structure
  4. Political Parties and Leaders
  5. Australian Constitution and Referendum
  6. Global Citizenship and Australia
  7. United Nations and Peacekeeping
  8. UN Security Council and Veto Power
  9. Australia as a Middle Power
  10. Cultural Diversity in Australia
  11. Cultural Hybridity and Inclusion
  12. Threats to Democracy

1. Australian Democratic System

Key Concepts & Definitions

  • Australia is a democracy: A system of government where citizens have the power to choose their leaders through voting, ensuring that the government reflects the will of the people.

  • Citizens vote in elections: The process by which eligible members of the population cast their votes to select representatives or leaders, ensuring democratic participation.

  • Leaders are accountable to the people: The principle that government officials and leaders must answer to the citizens they serve, maintaining transparency and responsibility in governance.

  • Laws apply to everyone equally: The rule of law in Australia ensures that all individuals, regardless of status or position, are subject to the same laws, reinforcing fairness and justice.

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1. What is the Australian democratic system?

2. What is the final step in the law-making process where the bill becomes law in Australia?

3. What is the primary role of the bicameral structure of the Australian Parliament?

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Australian democracy — key features?

Citizens vote, leaders accountable, laws apply equally.

Law-making steps — sequence?

Introduction, debate, voting, Royal Assent.

Australian Parliament — chambers?

House of Representatives and Senate.

Bicameral — function?

Two chambers review and pass laws.

Political parties — examples?

Labor, Liberal, Greens.

Prime Minister — role?

Leads government, leader of majority party.

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